Aunt Annette

This is my Aunt Annette.

My Aunt Annette is my Mother's only sister. She was the one who gave us books every birthday, who brought us to museums and to special events.  She was a college professor who lived five hours away, so we didn't see her very often. She married late in life, and then retired to sunny Florida.

Annette had cancer which spread to her liver. Three weeks ago she asked if my sister and I could make her a quilt. My sister and I went to work quickly. I had a top already sewn together.

My sister made a wonderful scrappy top with her usual bright happy colors and uniquely wonky style.

My sister and nephew put the two quilts together with a puffy batting between them, then tied the quilt.

My Mother and I added the binding. This is my Mother, wrapped in the quilt, arranged so both sides are visible. We sent it to Annette via overnight delivery. Annette loved the quilt.

Annette died last night. She was 83 years old.

Her husband asked if he could keep the quilt, because there was so much love in it. Naturally we all said yes.

Quilts are love, and quilts are magical.  I make quilts for a lot of reasons, and I love the artsy quilts, but really, the best reason to make a quilt is to show love.

If you have a special Auntie, give her a call today and tell her how much she means to you. If you live close by, go over and give her a hug.

I'm going to miss my Aunt Annette.